For the longest time I had an X-Pan and enjoyed shooting with it on a regular basis. Walking downtown Portland or a hike in the cascades was always an occasion to bring along the X-Pan. But like with most things in life, it got old and I decided to sell it not knowing it would be a mistake many years later. fast forward over a decade and now I wish I had it back. But, I can't justify the cost of a used one. Having said that, my next best option is to crop my images to a 1:2.7 ratio which mimics ... Read the story
Portland is or was a unique and interesting place to visit. It was always fun walking through downtown at lunch time and snapping pictures. Capturing the good and the sad of what was once a thriving downtown drawing all sorts of people and businesses. However, sadly over the past few years with the local politicians neglecting their civic duties and law enforcement having their hands tied for the sake of political points, the town has fallen into a state of degeneration with record crime, homele ... Read the story
Modern lenses are often too clinical. That’s why I adapted my classic Nikon 50mm f/1.2 AIS to the Leica M11 using the K&F Concept adapter.
The results are a fascinating study in contrast. At f/1.2, you get a beautiful, authentic vintage rendering that isn't just a "filter" it’s the soul of the glass. By f/2, the lens wakes up and delivers incredible detail. I’m sharing a ser... Read the article
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I just posted a visual review of the Voigtlander 35mm f/1.2 Nokton IV on PureRangefinder. With all the hype surrounding the new $9,650 Leica Noctilux, I wanted to see how the "practical" alternative actually holds up.
Everything in the article was shot wide open at f/1.2. I dive into the rendering, the "f/1.4 bokeh myth," and why I think this 300g lens is the smarter everyday carry for M-shooters... Read the article
Since first being introduced in 1966, the name ‘Noctilux’ has represented the pinnacle of optical craftsmanship at Leica. The name is made up of the Latin words ‘noctu’ and ‘lux’, meaning ‘night’ and ‘light’, and refers to the exceptional speed of this lens series. With a maximum aperture of up to f/0.95, Noctilux lenses are considered to... Read the article
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